10
Apr
2019

Spring Meeting 2019

The BGS Spring meeting will cover the latest scientific research and the best clinical practice in care of older people. Our ageing population is stimulating extensive NHS service redesign to deal with the challenge of caring for larger numbers of older people both in and out of hospitals. This conference will cover core areas of interest to all specialists responsible for the health care of older people in the United Kingdom.

Social programme, travel and accommodation

Walking Tour

Wednesday 10th April 17.45, meet at the entrance doors of the RWCMD

Enjoy a relaxing and informative walk around the historic Cardiff. Route details to follow.
Delegates who’ve indicated their interest to attend should meet the tour guides at 18.00 in front of the entrance doors of the RWCMD by the registration desk.

Social Run

Thursday 11th April 07.30, RWCMD main entrance

Give your mind and your body a challenge and join likeminded colleagues for this 5k run around Cardiff. There will also be a competition for the best photo tweeted during the run using the hashtag #BGSconf.
Indicate your interest to participate on your registration or by emailing conferences@bgs.org.uk if you have already registered for the meeting

Conference Dinner

Thursday 11th April 18.30

A major part of the BGS Spring Meeting, the dinner will allow delegates to network, relax and enjoy visiting a spectacular, unique historic location in Cardiff – The National Museum Cardiff.
This year’s conference dinner has something for everyone - conference delegates as well as their friends and partners alike!

The evening will commence at 18.30 with a short drinks reception and welcome speeches from the President and local hosts. The three-course meal dinner will be followed with a Twmpath band and dancing for the adventurous. Local hosts will be seated at each table to help facilitate the evening’s networking and socialising.

Prepaid tickets are required.
Tickets are £35 and include 2 drinks per person and a three-course meal. Purchase ticket during your registration. If you are already registered, email conferences@bgs.org.uk to purchase your ticket(s).

Accommodation

We have appointed BCD Meetings & Events as the official accommodation agency to support the conference.  BCD have a team of expects that can assist with individual or group requirements and will always ensure they secure the very best hotel rates conveniently located to RWCMD.  We recommend that you book accommodation early to ensure you access the best hotel options and lowest rates. 

Book your accommodation for the BGS Spring 2019 Meeting now

Hotel bookings for British Geriatrics Society Spring Meeting are managed by BCD M&E and HotelMap. If you would like assistance with your hotel booking, you can contact Sarah, the dedicated hotel adviser for this event. Her email address is Sarah@bcdme.com - Send your requirements and phone number and Sarah will get back to you with hotel options - You can also phone her, seven days a week, on +44 (0) 207 870 4100.

Travel and car parking

For travel information to the Spring meeting venue, visit the RWCMD travel page.

Car Parking

The parking spaces at the college are restricted to disabled badge-holders only. However, there are pay-and-display car parks adjacent to the college on either side.

There is further parking available throughout the Civic Centre, opposite the college's main entrance on the other side of North Road, and is operated via a pay-and-display system.

There are also a number of multi-storey car parks in the city centre, 5-10 minutes walk from the college.

Spring Meeting Abstracts

Abstracts book

The abstract book is now available to download.

Where can I find guidance on submitting an abstract?

For more details on preparing and submitting an abstract for a BGS meeting please see here

Abstract Results

To view the results of the abstract adjudication, please click here

Abstracts presented elsewhere

Have you had an abstract on the healthcare and wellbeing of older people presented elsewhere? Would you like to bring it along to the BGS Spring/Autumn meeting so that you can share it with our delegates?

The BGS has an 'Abstracts presented elsewhere' category at our bi-annual meetings. These abstracts are displayed and viewed by delegates however will not be judged or appear in the abstract book. This gives you the opportunity for your work to be seen by over 400 delegates consisting of Geriatricians, Nurses, AHPs from all over the country as well as our overseas delegates.

If you would like to submit your abstract please send to Joanna Gough at scientificofficer@bgs.org.uk

Cost to attend

  BGS Member
Full meeting (inc VAT)
BGS Member
Day Fee (inc VAT
Non-Member
Full meeting (Inc VAT)
Non-Member
Day Fee (Inc VAT)
Consultant / GP £368

£184

£583 £289
SAS Grade / StR / GP Trainee £189 £95 £263 £131
Nurse £189 £95 £263 £131
Allied Health Professional £189 £95 £263 £131
Researchers into Age and Ageing £189 £95 £263 £131
Retired £136 £63 £158 £79
CMT / Foundation Year Doctor £189 £95 £263 £131
Medical Student £136 £63 £158 £79
Corporate Representative £583 £289 £583 £289
Conference Reception on Thursday Evening
All tickets cost £ 35

 

 

Sponsorship Opportunities

The BGS welcomes sponsors to exhibit at this conference. Please see the sponsorship packages by clicking below. Sponsorship enquiries should be directed to Geraint Collingridge at g.collingridge@bgs.org.uk

Sponsored Symposia 2

 Abbott Nutrition
MUSCLE MATTERS: PREVENTING MUSCLE LOSS – A NUMBER ONE PRIORITY FOR IMPROVING OUTCOMES IN THE ELDERLY

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